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• Antibacterial

  Antibacterial products

  The scientific debate continues over whether antibacterial soaps, sprays and wipes may end up doing more harm than good.

• Oven, continuous-cleaning

  Abrasive pads and harsh cleaning agents can degrade this oven’s ability to keep itself clean.

• Toys

  Experts recommend making sure you can clean toys before buying them.

• Zircon

  A gemstone which occurs naturally in parts of Asia.

• Rug, area

  These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.

• Refrigerator exterior

  Blessed are the short, for they don’t have to see what the top of the ‘fridge looks like.

• Yellowing

  It happens to both fabrics and hard flooring. Here’s how to deal with it.
• Umbrella

  Umbrella

  The two kinds of umbrellas need different care.
• Formica

  Formica®

  This laminate surface is durable and resilient if properly cleaned.
• Solvents

  Solvent safety

  Use carefully to protect yourself, your family and the environment.
• Blinds

  Blinds, window

  How to be proud of their appearance again, the easy way.

• Vinyl

  Easy to clean and maintain, but don’t use strong solvents.

• Oriental rug

  This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.
• Dusting

  Dust, dusting

  It's everywhere, all the time. Here's how to keep it to a tolerable minimum.

• Scuff mark

  The best advice is “easy does it” when trying to remove scuff marks.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

  Regular dusting and vacuuming will make them look better, and they’ll work better, too.
• Oven

  Oven, self-cleaning

  The self-cleaning cycle works by incinerating stuck-on food and grease at high temperatures.

• Vacuum system, central

  These powerful units offer many advantages over upright and canister vacuums.

• Quilt

  This is another cleaning challenge with no one-answer-fits-all solution.
• Spot Removal

  Spills, spots

  A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.

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